Pets Tag

Unlike dogs which are omnivores (designed to eat a combination of animal and plant foods), cats are carnivores, meaning that they need nutrients found only in animal meat. Cats evolved as hunters that consume prey containing high amounts of protein, moderate amounts of fat, and...

It may come as no surprise that obesity in dogs and cats in the U.S. is on the rise. According to Association for the Prevention of Pet Obesity, 58% of cats and 53% of dogs are either overweight or obese.
Like with humans, there can be...

No one knows exactly why some dogs develop separation anxiety and some don't. It is estimated that nearly 14% of dogs suffer from separation anxiety which is an inability of the pet to find comfort when separated from family members. Dogs with this condition tend to become...

The one thing that all pet owners wish is that their pets could talk and tell them what is wrong when they are not feeling well. Cats, like dogs, do show behavioral signs that can indicate that they may be in pain, below are some of the most...

We love our pets and we want to take them everywhere with us. But many worry about driving with their dogs. These are the findings published by Volvo USA entitled "Dogs, Cars, and the People Who love Them." Volvo has partnered with Harris Poll to...

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The list may vary slightly, depending on the source, but here is a summary of the 10 most expensive kitties money can buy thanks to years of selective breeding techniques. Not for the faint of heart, these cats range in price from a...

Many of our clients are pet parents with dogs who are unable to walk or have very limited ability to move. Having a dog that is experiencing sudden or gradual paralysis or lameness is distressing for any pet owner. It is extremely important that you...

Welcome to #AskTheSquad. #AskTheSquad is our new video blog series inspired by you! We answer the most commonly asked questions we hear from our clients.
In this first episode, Dr. Sarah Husseini of Village Veterinary Clinic explains the importance of preventative care in ensuring long term...

From the #AskTheSquad files:
One of the more common questions we receive is "Is it ok give my pet ( insert human medication here )?"
The answer is yes, there are some human medications that are safe for pets (see list below), BUT you must ALWAYS consult...

Ask any pet owner and they would agree that proper healthcare for their pet is just as important as healthcare for their human family members, and often times, just as problematic. Acquiring healthcare for a pet can present a unique set of challenges. The biggest...